Hydrogen Storage Next Step

A team of scientists first invented the capillary array technology for use in the Soviet space program. Glass is more ideal than Steel for hydrogen storage, in terms of weight, cost and storage capacity. The hydrogen storage techhnology developed C.En has be endorsed for its safety by top German institute. (Hydrogen is highly explosive) The lightweight storage and safety factors give the technology a big commercial potential.

Reference: BusinessWeek

The State of Hydrogen Research

Hydrogen fuel cell research is in the midst of a raging debate. There are great challenges to the electric-vehicle infrastructure and most people will overlook the challenges. Many people do not have access to plug-in garages and it would take billions to upgrade the smart grid to coupe with the demand. On the other hand, the cost of mass-producing fuel cells is going down. The biggest issue with electric vehicles is the fact that people lose interest in things that do not produce results quickly.

Reference: Popular Mechanics

Street Car Reborn with Hydrogen Fuel Cell

Engineers and transit planners are turning to streetcars for hydrogen propulsion. Traditional trolley cars have drawn power from catenaries, overhead electric supply lines running along city streets. Hydrogen powered streetcars will eliminate the wires, which may help make streetcars more acceptable.

Reference: IEEE Spectrum